How much does an Oceanographer make in Indianapolis, IN?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for an Oceanographer in Indianapolis, IN is $76,211. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $71,796 to $91,048, with most professionals earning between $67,777 and $104,556.

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Oceanographer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Oceanographer Salary $67,777 Indianapolis,IN April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Oceanographer Salary $71,796 Indianapolis,IN April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Oceanographer Salary $76,211 Indianapolis,IN April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Oceanographer Salary $91,048 Indianapolis,IN April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Oceanographer Salary $104,556 Indianapolis,IN April 01, 2025
25% $71,796 10% $67,777 90% $104,556 75% $91,048 $76,211 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is an Oceanographer ?

Oceanography (compound of the Greek words ὠκεανός meaning "ocean" and γράφω meaning "write"), also known as oceanology, is the study of the physical and biological aspects of the ocean. It is an important Earth science, which covers a wide range of topics, including ecosystem dynamics; ocean currents, waves, and geophysical fluid dynamics; plate tectonics and the geology of the sea floor; and fluxes of various chemical substances and physical properties within the ocean and across its boundaries. These diverse topics reflect multiple disciplines that oceanographers blend to further knowledge o...

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Oceanographer in Indianapolis, IN. The base salary for Oceanographer ranges from $71,796 to $91,048 with the average base salary of $76,211. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $71,796 to $91,048 with the average total cash compensation of $76,211.
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